Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM)

Do not take them too seriously because you can read out of a text book anytime, but not often do you get to experience the country and its people first hand.

It was difficult at first, but it was perfectly challenging.

It's better to choose courses which require some work during the semester instaed of having 5 or more difficult exams at the end. being present in class always gives the lecturer a good impression and is appreciated.

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I enjoyed very much the courses that I took at the Complutense. I had an abundance to choose from, which made it easier from the beginning. My highest recommendation would be to take up an Art History class or two. Spain had so many amazing artists from the 17th century and upward. Paintings from Goya, Picasso, Velazquez, Dali, Miro, and El Greco can be seen in various cities throughout Spain. I found it spectacular to read and study up on all of these artist and then actual see there works in person while I traveled throughout the country!! You can't do that in the US. So take advantage of that opportunity!

I would highly encouraged more exchange between Spanish and foriegn students. They do offer a lot of programs, however I believe they should make it mandatory for each student to take one class that consists of only Spaniards. This could be an elective of some sort. Regardless of somebody's level, it would be the quickest and most effective way to integrate a foreign student into the life and mainstream culture of the Spanish students. This would be an excellent peak into their lives and academics. It is also a great way to make friends and practice your listening skills in a different language.

Dont be temted to fit in courses by availability but interest.

More inparticipation by students in lectures,many times asked for but lectures hardly get reactions

Well, in advance I had to make a pre-declaration of courses but later I had the whole month (October)to make a final declaration. So I could talk to teachers, ask about everything, talk to students etc.I could pick the courses from the whole faculty of Business&Economics and also 2 subjects from different faculties of Complutense.So I picked some courses from Business Science, Economics, European Studies and also from Spanish and English Filology.I recommend to take time while choosing subjects, talk to teachers, students and take courses not only from your main field of study.

Well, to me everyting was OK, but compering to my University in Poland, the standard of courses and then the final exames at Complutense were "easier" then in Poland.But on the other hand in Madrid I was asked to do much more 'practical' proyects, presentations etc. So overall, I liked it.

Courses were fine, I was a little scared at first because they were all in spanish but I learned so much, not too difficult.

NO, don´t have any complaints